Objective of the loan
The financing requires an amount of EUR 507 000, which is raised in stages. The loan proceeds will be used for the purchase of immovable property, i.e. a non-residential premises, namely a shop at the address of Šv. Gertrūdos st. 3, Kaunas, total area - 336,58 sq. m., main use - retail, completion - 100% for acquisition and reconstruction. The loan will be repaid from the proceeds of the sale of the property or by refinancing with another financial institution. The amount of the project owner's own contribution to the project is EUR 274 000.
About the project
The non-residential premise - shop, unique no. 1996-1008-9015:0025, located on the ground floor of the building at the address Šv. Gertrūdos st. 3, Kaunas. The purpose of the premises is retail, total area - 336,58 sq. m, main area - 328,31 sq. m, year of completion - 1961, completion - 100 %. Currently, the majority of the premises are leased to UAB Modoma and are used for retail trade ('GAUSA' shop), which ensures a stable cash flow and a stable rental return. The lease covers an area of 294,58 sq. m.
The project foresees the redevelopment of three additional premises of approximately 25 sq. m (total area of approximately 75 sq. m) for short-term residential lettings. The conversion would result in a significant increase in the projected total monthly income compared to the current situation.
The premises have a functional and commercially attractive layout: open retail space, shop windows, direct street access, high ceilings, natural lighting, ancillary and storage areas. Utilities - local central heating, communal water supply and sewage, natural gas, natural/partial mechanical ventilation. The internal commercial area is in good condition, but some of the other areas are unfinished and ready for renovation, and there are signs of deterioration of the façade.
According to the best use analysis, the most efficient and economically viable use of the property is a mixed commercial model: a combination of retail, service and short-term rental uses. Given its central location, high pedestrian flow and proximity to the main attractions of the city, this model maximises the locational potential of the property and increases the investment yield. The existing retail use and the planned adaptation for short-term rental are fully in line with the maximum and best use of the mortgaged property.
In terms of attractiveness, the property has significant advantages: central location, stable existing tenant, clear and flexible layout, large rarely found in the city centre area, direct street access and good visibility. Liquidity is assessed as high - the property is attractive both for investors looking for rental income generating commercial property and developers focused on mixed-use conversion.
The property is a commercial property with high investment potential in the central part of Kaunas, suitable for mixed retail and short-term rental activities. The existing and planned use structure of the property is economically sound, maximising the advantages of the location. The property has good market attractiveness and high liquidity, and is therefore assessed by the valuers as a reliable and viable collateral.
For more information on the project (see Documents).